I Heart Mac & Cheese Franchisee Doubles Down
I Heart Mac & Cheese franchisee Matthew Griffin is adding three new locations to their current roster, citing the brand's success and popularity.
· Franchising.com· August 14, 2020
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QSR Magazine — page 70
QSR Magazine is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1970. 2,188 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Huey Magoo's has opened its fifth location in Missouri, marking the brand's 95th location nationwide [[2026-11-02 Huey Magoo’s Comes to Springfield, Missouri (ca0f64)]]. * QSR Magazine's Best Brands to Work For in 2026 features Chick-fil-A, Playa Bowls, Sbarro, and Jason's Deli, highlighting their investments in employee education, financial security, and career growth [[2026-11-02 QSR’s Best Brands to Work For in 2026 (4df98b)]]. * Great American Cookies introduces a new Snickerdoodle Twix Stuffed Cookie, featuring a Snickerdoodle cookie stuffed with two Mini Twix bars, available through Dec. 31 [[2026-11-02 Great American Cookies Introduces New Snickerdoodle Twix Stuffed Cookie (96affa)]]. * Smalls Sliders has signed a 3-unit development agreement with Keystone Management Group to bring the brand to Northwest Indiana [[2026-11-02 Smalls Sliders Signs 3-Unit Deal in Northwest Indiana (23c177)]]. * Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has promoted Lindsey Kochanski to Vice President of Marketing, where she will oversee the Brand Team and advance the company's marketing strategy [[2026-11-02 Freddy’s Promotes Lindsey Kochanski to VP of Marketing (26d6a2)]]. * Paris Baguette awarded 32 franchise agreements and opened 15 locations in the third quarter, with 119 agreements and 53 new locations year to date [[2026-11-02 Paris Baguette Saw Growth Momentum Continue in Third Quarter (ebc782)]]. * Chicken Salad Chick has surpassed 350 restaurants across 27 states, with over 100 franchise units awarded this year [[2026-11-02 Chicken Salad Chick Surpasses 350 Restaurants (6ec302)]]. * Burger King has reclaimed the No. 2 spot in the U.S. burger category with 8.4 percent sales growth [[2026-10-29 Burger King Reclaims No. 2 Spot in U.S. Burger Category and Plans to Keep It Tha (f31e44)]].
Wing Zone Signs With Multi-Unit Franchisee in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Wing Zone signs with a multi-unit franchisee in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, expanding its presence in the region.
· 1851 Franchise· August 12, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Adding To Arizona Presence
I Heart Mac & Cheese expanded its presence in Arizona with three new locations, slotted to open in Peoria-North, Scottsdale North, and Gilbert
· Franchising.com· August 11, 2020
The Hummus & Pita Co. Partners With Goldbelly To Deliver Authentic Mediterranean Eats Nationwide
The Hummus & Pita Co. partners with Goldbelly to deliver authentic Mediterranean cuisine nationwide, offering DIY kits for fans to make their favorite menu items at home.
· Franchising.com· August 6, 2020
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Sees Sales Surge in July
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit sees sales surge in July, with same-store sales up 7.4 percent and an average ticket increase of 6.78 percent.
· Franchising.com· August 6, 2020
The Hummus & Pita Co. Emerges As Fast Casual Leader For Vegan, Authentic Mediterranean Cuisine
The Hummus & Pita Co. expanded its menu to include new vegan options, such as Vegan Shawarma and Vegan Moroccan Meatballs.
· Franchising.com· August 3, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Expands Footprint Across Indiana With Four New Locations
I Heart Mac & Cheese expanded its footprint across Indiana with four new locations, operated by husband and wife franchisees Shaleen and Seema Bhatnagar
· Franchising.com· August 3, 2020
QSR Magazine: Wing Zone Recognized Among the Top 11 Restaurants Positioned to Endure the COVID Pandemic
Wing Zone has been recognized as one of the top 11 restaurants positioned to endure the COVID pandemic, thanks to its model for sustaining a global pandemic.
· 1851 Franchise· July 30, 2020
Freddy’s Announces Fifth Annual Kids In Need Foundation Partnership for National Frozen Custard Day
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will offer a $1 discount on frozen custard treat purchases to support the Kids In Need Foundation.
· Franchising.com· July 30, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Inks New Franchisee Agreement For Its Third Texas Location
I Heart Mac & Cheese inks a new franchisee agreement for its third Texas location, expanding its presence in the state.
· Franchising.com· July 29, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Expands Into Its’ 14th State With New Franchisee Deal In Arizona
I Heart Mac & Cheese is expanding into its 14th state with a new franchisee deal in Arizona, marking the brand’s rapidly growing footprint.
· Franchising.com· July 23, 2020
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Brings Back Free Delivery
Dickey's Barbecue Pit brings back free delivery and offers special deals for guests this summer.
· Franchising.com· July 17, 2020
Little Caesars® Pizza Targets the Philippines for Continued International Franchise Growth
Little Caesars targets Philippines for international franchise growth, with a commitment to value, quality, and convenience.
· 1851 Franchise· July 15, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Signs Another Franchise Agreement To Continue Expansion Across North Carolina
I Heart Mac & Cheese signs another franchise agreement to expand its presence in North Carolina, opening a new location near Charlotte within the next year.
· Franchising.com· July 15, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Invites You To Explore Endless Pasta-Bilities & Free Mac & Cheese For National Mac & Cheese Day 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese invites customers to explore endless pasta-abilities and offers free mac & cheese for National Mac & Cheese Day 2020.
· Franchising.com· July 9, 2020
Checkers & Rally's Celebrates National French Fry Day with $1 Any Size Fries and Launch of The Fry Love Express Trailer
Checkers & Rally's offers $1 fries on National French Fry Day.
· Franchising.com· July 9, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Signs First Franchise Agreement In North Carolina
I Heart Mac & Cheese signed a new franchise agreement with Matthew Cain to open its first location in North Carolina.
· Franchising.com· July 8, 2020
Mountain Mike’s Pizza Named A Top Ten Franchise Deal
Mountain Mike's Pizza was recognized as one of the 'Ten Best Franchise Deals for 2020' by QSR Magazine, based on return on investments and unique brand attributes.
· Franchising.com· July 7, 2020
Celebrate Fourth of July with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit’s Savory Ribs and Wings
Dickey's Barbecue Pit offers its Texas-style barbecue options for the Fourth of July, including savory ribs and wings.
· Franchising.com· July 1, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Signs Fifth Franchise Agreement To Continue Expansion Across Indiana
I Heart Mac & Cheese signs a new franchise agreement to open two additional locations in Indiana, increasing its footprint to five stores in the state.
· Franchising.com· June 30, 2020
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Celebrates New Season with Smokin’ Summer of Savings
Dickey's Barbecue Pit is offering free delivery and discounts in June as part of its Smokin' Summer of Savings promotion.
· Franchising.com· June 19, 2020
I Heart Mac & Cheese Signs New Franchise Agreement In South Carolina And Atlanta
I Heart Mac & Cheese signs a new franchise agreement in South Carolina and Atlanta, expanding its presence in Georgia and launching its first location in South Carolina.
· Franchising.com· June 12, 2020
Checkers & Rally's Launches the “Mother Cruncher” Fried Chicken Sandwich on Monday, June 8
Checkers & Rally’s launched the “Mother Cruncher” fried chicken sandwich, featuring an all-white chicken breast coated in mega crunch breading.
· Franchising.com· June 8, 2020
The Hummus & Pita Co. Announces 3-Unit Franchise Giveaway In Conjunction with the First International Franchise Online Expo (IFE)
The Hummus & Pita Co. announces a 3-unit franchise giveaway, offering a multi-unit franchise deal to a lucky operator and expanding the popular quick-service-restaurant concept.
· Franchising.com· June 2, 2020